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The Road Home with Ethan Nichtern

Ethan Nichtern
Buddhism
Mindfulness
Anxiety
Meditation
Mental Health
Ultimate Reality
Capitalism
Dharma Moon
Confidence
Theism
Grief
God
Narrative Healing
Astrology
Atheism
Psychology
2024 US Presidential Elections
Storytelling
Aquarian Age
American Democracy

The Road Home podcast with author and teacher is Ethan Nichtern is a contemporary exploration of Buddhist teachings and conversation with thought leaders interested in Psychology, Art, Culture, and Politics through the lens of mindfulness practice. Since 2002, Ethan has taught meditation and Buddhist psychology classes and workshops around the United States and online. He is the author of multiple... more

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The path of awakening is often treated as serious business for serious people. This approach can make us rigid about our experience of reality, when what we want to develop is greater flexibility, appreciation, and openness to ouselves and others. Fo... more

Ethan is joined by old friend and teacher Adriana DiFazio for a wide ranging discussion of the limitations of a Western Buddhism that focuses on individualism, individual liberation, and "secular" practice. They discuss how to create a Dharma that is... more

How did NYC become the epicenter of all the tensions and promise of American society and politics, and do the Buddhist teachings have anything to offer to understanding this political moment? Using the rise of Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani in his home c... more

Drawing on concepts from his latest book, Confidence, Ethan explores how it is that our self-assessment can be so off the mark so frequently, especially when it comes to seeing our progress along a long-term path like meditation, or the deeper journe... more

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Recent Guests

Adriana DiFazio
Buddhist teacher, scholar, and chaplain
Radical Change Substack
Episode: Ep 159. - Radical Change with Adriana DiFazio
Francesca Cervero
Full-time yoga and meditation teacher since 2005, based in the DC area, focusing on the connection between yoga, meditation, and political action.
The Mentor Sessions Podcast
Episode: Ep. 155 - What Should a Teacher Say? with Francesca Cervero
Reggie Hubbard
Yoga and meditation teacher, founder of Active Peace Yoga
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Episode: Ep. 153 - You Won't Heal Until You Love It : Inside The Neurological Storm with Reggie Hubbard
Vince Fakhoury Horn
Co-founder of Buddhist Geeks, Dharma teacher, and meditation coach.
buddhistgeeks.org
Episode: Ep. 151 - Buddhist Geeks, 21st Century Practice, and The Duhkha of Palestine
Oliver Burkeman
Author and journalist, known for his insightful writings on time management and mindfulness.
Author of Meditations for Mortals and Four Thousand Weeks
Episode: Ep. 143 - Meditations for Mortals with Oliver Burkeman
Susan Piver
Buddhist meditation teacher and author
Episode: Ep. 135 - The Three Lords of Materialism
Andrew Buckland
Academy Award-winning film editor
Dharma Moon
Episode: Ep. 133 - The Dharma of Film: A Complete Unknown, Or A Cesspool of Ego? with Andrew Buckland
Juliana McCarthy
Astrologer, meditator, teacher, and author
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Episode: Ep 129 - The Astrology of 2025 (Not A Chapter, A Whole New Book) with Juliana McCarthy
David Nichtern
Senior Buddhist teacher, Emmy-winning composer, and author
Dharma Moon
Episode: Ep. 128 - Enlightened Society with David Nichtern

Host

Ethan Nichtern
Host, teacher, author, and experienced meditation practitioner. He leads conversations that blend contemporary society with Buddhist teachings.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 195 ratings
  • Great!

    I was lucky enough to take a few classes with Ethan and I highly recommend his podcast and following him on social media. I really appreciate how outspoken he is about politics too. 🙏❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matrix.101
    United Statesa year ago
  • Mindfulness and Compassion for Real Life

    Ethan Nichtern is a needed voice in the mindfulness world and the world in general. He helps us figure out how to live with mindfulness and compassion in a world that doesn’t always encourage that. I’m glad I recently found his teachings, books, and this podcast. He makes walking the road home feel a little less dark and lonely.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kylitigator
    United Statesa year ago
  • Phony

    He is using his podcast to promote hateful, political views. I listened to get a perspective on Buddhism like the podcast promotes itself to be. I do not want a political podcast nor do I want to hear his hateful assessment of politics. He is an insincere Buddhist disciple who promotes nonsense. Useless loser of a guide

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Slowdub
    United Statesa year ago
  • Healing Through Storytelling with Lisa Weinert

    The episode featuring Lisa Weinert on The Road Home podcast is an enlightening discussion on the power of storytelling for spiritual and psychological healing. Lisa's insights into why writing can be challenging and how it connects to embodiment are both profound and inspiring. Highly recommended for anyone interested in the therapeutic potential of storytelling.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I value the unique angle
    Germanya year ago
  • Relatable, educational and inspirational

    As an aspiring Buddhist from Kyiv, I really don’t know any other great podcasts or other forms of content that would be as beneficial and easy to digest as this beautiful podcast. Thank you a lot, this feels like the Sangha we all need so much.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Trakhtar
    Ukraine2 years ago

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Many find the conversations enlightening and a necessary reflection on how mindfulness can be applied to personal and collective growth.
The podcast appeals to spiritual seekers who value both ethical discourse and teachings on mindfulness and compassion.
Listeners appreciate the balanced and thoughtful approach to integrating Buddhist principles with current societal issues.

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Ep 159. - Radical Change with Adriana DiFazio
Q: Has becoming a parent changed your practice?
Adriana shares that it has transformed her practice, making her more compassionate, patient, and flexible.
Ep 159. - Radical Change with Adriana DiFazio
Q: How did you come to be interested in socially engaged Buddhism?
Adriana describes her journey starting from a traditional Roman Catholic background and her discovery of Buddhism during a personal crisis in college, which changed her life.
Ep. 133 - The Dharma of Film: A Complete Unknown, Or A Cesspool of Ego? with Andrew Buckland
Q: What is the mindset of editing for you?
The mindset is very focused on details and understanding the various elements before putting the material together, which can be a mechanical and intuitive experience.
Ep. 133 - The Dharma of Film: A Complete Unknown, Or A Cesspool of Ego? with Andrew Buckland
Q: How did you become a meditator?
I started practicing meditation around 2001, after the World Trade Center fell, to help process those events in my life.
Ep. 128 - Enlightened Society with David Nichtern
Q: What advice do you have for our listeners who also feel a little nuts right now?
Don't panic when things are going challenging, and don't relax too much when they are going well; find a middle ground instead.

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2. Francesca Cervero
3. Reggie Hubbard
4. Vince Fakhoury Horn
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